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March 01, 2007

Sony Home Theater Systems

Sony Electronics has announced seven new home theater systems. Three are called BRAVIA Theater (DAV-HDX500, DAV-HDX267W, DAV-HDX265), the next three systems are component-based, high-definition capable systems (HT-7100DH, HT-DDW990 and HT-DDW790), and the last is a system (RHT-G800) integrated in a TV stand with a 5.1 channel speaker system and 1080p compatibility. Add a 1080p-capable BRAVIA LCD TV and you've got a full multi-channel, home theater experience.

The
systems feature BRAVIA™ Theater Sync, which helps integrate the
operation of the system with a compatible BRAVIA television sending
control signals over HDMI. With the touch of a button, users can
automatically turn on and switch inputs, syncing connected devices
making operation easier.

Also included is Sony’s new Digital Media Port. This enables the addition of music
options with wireless Bluetooth® devices, WiFi-enabled PCs and portable
digital music players, including select Network Walkman™ players, with
a simple connection through an optional accessory. Once connected the
device is powered and controlled by the system.

Additionally,
Digital Cinema Auto Calibration (DCAC) is included, simplifying
multi-channel surround sound setup with the use of an included
microphone for a balanced home theater experience.

The DAV-HDX500 system is also XM® Connect and Play™ ready with Neural Surround
and offers height adjustable floor standing speakers designed to match
the style and height of BRAVIA televisions. Optical and coaxial inputs
are included for connectivity to digital audio sources. The XM Connect and Play feature requires a separate subscription and antenna for satellite radio service.

The DAV-HDX500 and DAV-HDX265 systems will be available in March for
about $500 and $300, respectively. The DAV-HDX267W will be available in
April for around $300. An optional wireless rear speaker for the
DAV-HDX500 and DAV-HDX265 will be available in March for about $130.

5.1 Component Home Theater Systems

The
new HT-7100DH, HT-DDW990 and HT-DDW790 pre-packaged component home
theater systems offer the versatility and performance of separate
components with the convenience of having a receiver and speakers in
one package.

They
come complete with five satellite speakers and an 8-inch subwoofer. The
models also offer a portable audio input and DCAC technology
(microphone included) to automatically calibrate the speakers to the
listening environment.

Both
the HT-7100DH and HT-DDW990 systems have 900 watts of system power
(1kHz, < 10% THD), two HDMI inputs (pass-through) and Sony’s Digital
Media Port. In addition, the HT-7100DH package provides a 5-disc DVD/CD
changer with HDMI connectivity and is XM Connect and Play ready.

The HT-7100DH and HT-DDW790 systems will be available in March for
about $500 and $200, respectively. The HT-DDW990 will be available in
May for about $300.

1080p Home Theater Stand

As
an alternative to a traditional A/V receiver and home theater speakers,
Sony has created the RHT-G800 home theater system integrated into a
television stand.

This
system is lavishly equipped with dual 1080p capable HDMI inputs and one
output. Its all-digital path from source to display handles full HD
resolution and up to six channels of uncompressed Linear PCM audio,
providing support for 1080p-capable televisions and Blu-ray Disc™
players.

The
new system also features a pre-programmed remote, two component video
inputs, three A/V inputs and one output, four digital audio inputs
(three optical, one coaxial), and four analog audio inputs.

The
stand is designed to support and match Sony’s high-definition BRAVIA™
LCD televisions and will be available in May for about $1000

DigitalMedia PortAccessories

Also
debuting are four accessories for the Digital Media Port, including a
Bluetooth audio adapter to accept audio from enabled devices, a
wireless network audio adapter for wireless streaming of music from a
PC, and cradles for select Network Walkman® and iPod® digital music
players.

The cradle supports the system’s audio and video playback capabilities with on-screen navigation.

The
TDM-BT1 Bluetooth Wireless Audio Adapter and TDM-NW1 Network Walkman
cradle will be available in March for about $80 and $50, respectively.
The TDM-iP1 iPod cradle will be available in May for around $100, while
the TDM-NC1 Wireless Network Audio Adapter will be available in June
for about $200.

The
home theater systems and accessories will be available direct from Sony
at sonystyle.com at Sony Style retail stores nationwide, as well as and
at authorized dealers throughout the country.